Sepedi Home Language - Term 1 - Week 7

Reading fluency is the ability to read a text smoothly and accurately. It involves recognizing words quickly and understanding their meaning. In this lesson, we will practice reading short texts aloud, focusing on how to express emotions and ideas through our voice. We will also learn about the importance of punctuation, as it helps us know when to pause or change our tone.

Let's read the following short text together: 'Mokhudu o na le ngwana. Ngwana o a thaba. Ba bapala ka ntle.' Notice how we can change our voice to show excitement when we say 'Ngwana o a thaba!' This is an example of using expression in our reading. We will practice this text, paying attention to punctuation and how it affects our reading.

Now, let's split into small groups. Each group will read the same short text. As you read, think about how you can use your voice to express the feelings in the story. After reading, discuss with your group how punctuation helped you understand where to pause or change your tone. Each group will then present their reading to the class.

For independent practice, I want each of you to write three sentences about your favorite animal. Make sure to use correct punctuation at the end of each sentence. After writing, read your sentences aloud to a partner, focusing on using expression. Remember to pay attention to how punctuation affects your reading.

• The ability to read without mistakes
• The ability to read quickly and smoothly
• The ability to memorize texts
• The ability to write stories

Answer: The ability to read quickly and smoothly

Reading fluency involves reading a text smoothly and accurately, which includes speed and expression.

• It makes the text look pretty
• It helps us know when to pause
• It adds more words to the text
• It is not important at all

Answer: It helps us know when to pause

Punctuation indicates where to pause and how to change tone, which is essential for understanding the text.

Answer: Ngwana o a thaba!

This sentence expresses excitement and can be read with a joyful tone.

• Read it loudly
• Pause and change your tone
• Skip it
• Read it as a statement

Answer: Pause and change your tone

A question mark indicates that the sentence is a question, which often requires a different tone.

Answer: Change your voice tone.

Changing your voice tone helps convey the emotions of the text.

• One
• Two
• Three
• Four

Answer: Three

You are asked to write three sentences to practice using punctuation and expression.

Answer: It involves reading smoothly and with expression.

This reflects the core concept of reading fluency discussed in the lesson.